A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) vs Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Master of Malt
★ 5.00
£60
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Tobermory
★ 5.00
£66
| A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) | Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Master of Malt | Tobermory |
| Region | — | Island |
| Country | Ireland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 47.5% | 68.2% |
| Age | 15 yr | 8 yr |
| Price | £59.95 | £65.84 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Quick verdict
A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) is better value at £60 vs £66.
For beginners: A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) is more approachable (60/100 beginner score).
A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Pros
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£59.95 vs £65.84)
- +Longer maturation (15 vs 8 years)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)
Pros
- +More widely reviewed by the community
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −High ABV (68.2%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£65.84 vs £59.95)
Who should buy A?
A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Who should buy Tobermory?
Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only A Secret Irish Distillery 15 Year Old 2003 (Master of Malt)
Only Tobermory 8 Year Old 2008 (cask 900154) - Lady of the Glen (Hannah Whisky Merchants)